Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Annapolis OB GYN

Luminis Health • Annapolis, MD

9h • $28 - $38

About The Position

Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effectively collaborating with other members of the health care team. The LPN contributes to the nursing process in a team relationship with the Registered Nurse.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Provides direct care to patients and families in a culturally, developmentally, and appropriate manner.
Consistently and thoroughly assesses patients to collect data and identify learning needs according to established standards and policies.
Collaborates with the health care team in developing and individualizing a plan of care for each patient in accordance with established standards, appropriate prioritization of problems/needs, and mutually agreed upon goals.
Efficiently implements the patient's plan of care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Demonstrates proficiency in medication administration, pain management, and other unit or initiative-specific skills.
Organizes and reprioritizes patient care activities based on patient and/or environmental changes. Acts as a patient 1:1 sitter as needed.
Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of the plan(s) of care, making recommendations for revision to the health care team based on analysis of patient responses to interventions.
Consistently communicates changes in patient status to the appropriate members of the health care team.
Participates in QI, CPI, and risk management activities at the unit, department, or organizational level.
Participates in unit shared governance according to departmental standards.
Participates in the education and orientation of new staff; evaluates delegated activities for expected patient care outcomes.
The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the LPN IV Medication Course and the NLM Medication Exam.
• HS diploma/equivalent
• Current enrollment in LPN to BSN Bridge Program
• Two years Nursing Rehab and/or Skilled Nursing experience
• Long Term Acute Care Hospital experience (LTACH)
• Adherence to credentialing requirements of Luminis Health as stated in the nursing bylaws.
• Current licensure as a practical nurse by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Providers BLS.

Nice To Haves

• NRP (Nurse Residency Program) is preferred within 1 year of employment

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients and families in a culturally, developmentally, and appropriate manner.
• Consistently and thoroughly assesses patients to collect data and identify learning needs according to established standards and policies.
• Collaborates with the health care team in developing and individualizing a plan of care for each patient in accordance with established standards, appropriate prioritization of problems/needs, and mutually agreed upon goals.
• Efficiently implements the patient's plan of care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Demonstrates proficiency in medication administration, pain management, and other unit or initiative-specific skills.
• Organizes and reprioritizes patient care activities based on patient and/or environmental changes. Acts as a patient 1:1 sitter as needed.
• Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of the plan(s) of care, making recommendations for revision to the health care team based on analysis of patient responses to interventions.
• Consistently communicates changes in patient status to the appropriate members of the health care team.
• Participates in QI, CPI, and risk management activities at the unit, department, or organizational level.
• Participates in unit shared governance according to departmental standards.
• Participates in the education and orientation of new staff; evaluates delegated activities for expected patient care outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED